Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c6.3134
Dictionary of Pāli Proper Names v1.c6.3134
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The kingdom of Assaka is invariably mentioned in connection with Avanti. Even in the Buddha's life-time, Avanti became a centre of Buddhism. Among eminent monks and nuns who were either born or resided there, are to be found Mahā Kaccāna, Nanda Kumāraputta, Soṇa Kuṭikaṇṇa, Dhammapāla, Abhayarājakumāra, Isidatta and Isidāsī.